Elementary Interventionist Teacher (One-Year-Only) External Applicants Only

Applitrack; Chuluota (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite School District in Utah seeks an Elementary Interventionist Teacher (One-Year-Only) to join the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires licensure in elementary education and ability to implement proficiency-based learning and the Granite Way.

External applicants only. Under the supervision of the principal, the teacher will create positive learning environments, differentiate instruction, use research-based methods, assess student progress, and collaborate with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree and Utah USBE license or eligible out-of-state license.
• Must meet Utah Science of Reading requirement (S.B. 241).
• ESL endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach core content aligned to the USBE Core Curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized instruction.
• Utilize technology to support student learning.
• Maintain student records and progress reports.
• Communicate with parents and staff about student growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in meetings.

Skills

Communication

Written Communication

Computer Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Utah teaching license / out-of-state license

Job description

Elementary Interventionist Teacher (One-Year-Only) External Applicants Only JobID: 26722

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Date Available: 10/12/2026
• Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.

Olene WalkerElementarySchool– Elementary Interventionist Teacher(1.0 FTE) One-Year-Only (External Applicants Only)

Applicant must meet one of the following:

• have a Utah Professional Elementary teaching license; or,
• have an out-of-state Professional Elementary license

Please upload the following document with your application depending on your licensure situation:

• In and out-of-state applicants must upload a copy of their current state license with their application in order to be considered.
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license should upload a conferral letter from their university in place of the license. The conferral letter must be on official university letterhead and must include:
  • The degree earned
  • The anticipated graduation date
  • The type of license and content area/endorsement(s) in which the candidate will be recommended to the Utah State Board of Education

Candidates must have officially graduated prior to the position start date. An official copy of the teaching license and degree will be required upon hire.

• Must meet or be willing to meet the Utah Science of Reading Requirement (S.B. 241 – see below).
• ESL endorsement preferred.
• Position begins with the 2026 – 2027 school year.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Monica Thayer, Principal, at [phone] or email [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, and/or abilities required. Regular presence, attendance, timeliness are essential job functions of this position.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability. Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. Implement Proficiency-Based Grading in Student Evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
• Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom through organization and appropriate discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement Proficiency-Based Learning in evaluating students.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement the Granite Way.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means, to discuss the student's progress.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student's academic and personal growth areas.
• Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Create an effective learning environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on the school campus.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings as required.
• Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
• Participate in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing procedures.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Select and requisition books and instruction materials; maintain required inventory records.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
• Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Be a positive role model.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned*

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong computer and educational technological skills.
• Works independently with little direct supervision.
• Works as part of a team.
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
• Display effective multi-tasking and time management skills

Science of Reading Requirement (S.B. 241)

• First Utah teaching license issued in 2024 or later.
• Utah Reading Endorsement granted in 2022 or later.
• Successful completion of the UFOR Assessment.
• Documentation of completion of the Keys to Early Reading training.
• Certificates of completion for LETRS Units 1–8.
• Willing to begin the required Science of Reading training during the first year of employment and complete it in accordance with Utah law and Granite School District requirements.

Granite School District's Literacy Department provides the required Science of Reading training, maintains documentation, and monitors employee compliance following hire.

Required Training and Education

• Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved cleared criminal background check.
• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a valid Professional Educator License for the State of Utah within the relevant "Licensure Area of Concentration" and if applicable, "Endorsement".
• Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Physical Demands

Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. Ability to talk or hear. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to focus. Physical demands require moving and lifting supplies, equipment, etc. up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Physical Requirements

Not limited to the following:

• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to speak and/or hear. The teacher is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The teacher is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• The teacher must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Teachers in P.E., CTE, Theatre and/or Art may be required to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Note: This list of essential and non-essential functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.